Before and after of a Californian bungalow
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Comments (4)Nice on the inside and well done to the owners, but personally I don't like the angled roofline - I always think its a shame when owners choose not to renovate in keeping with the age of a home which can also be done to a modern standard - and still look amazing! The house looks great on the inside apart from the angled ceiling but the exterior - I feel the two completely different styles do not go together at all - the front is stunning, they've done a fantastic job and the back looks like it belongs in some brand new apartment building, not tacked on the back of a 100 year old villa... Look at how this 100 year old villa was done - totally in keeping with rest of house....See MoreInjecting Light Into a 19th Century Bungalow - Before & After
Comments (2)What an amazing transformation! The new space looks incredible!...See MoreAdvice for renovation on Californian Bungalow
Comments (3)Your budget will define your options. First floor extensions to Californian bungalows are automatically an expensive option due to the structural costs. The original structure was not engineered to support the weight of an additional floor, so the existing house will need some re-inforcement. Apart from the cost aspect you need a sympathetic designer who understands the style of the home. Too many Californian bungalows have lost their original charm by cheaply designed, unsympathetic boxes plonked on top and behind. Without a design it is hard to be precise about costs but I would anticipate that you will be well into the six figures, so be sure about how many hundreds of thousands you are prepared to spend before you engage a building designer. To be honest with a small block and a house that requires an expensive first floor extension you may be better off considering your moving options.... Best of luck with your budget, Dr Retro of Dr Retro House Calls and Dr Retro Virtual Visits...See MoreDesign Dilemma for Californian Bungalow
Comments (6)What a charming home! I would not let the existing fireplace dictate the back half of the house. Depending on how the ceiling levels at the rear work I would consider relocating the laundry and powder room into the centre of the house where the kitchen is currently located. Re-use the fireplace for storage. Build your new kitchen immediately adjacent to the central laundry overlooking the new rear facing rooms. Perhaps engage a professional designer to assist you on the way, Best of luck Dr Retro of Dr Retro House Calls and Dr Retro Virtual Visits on Zoom...See MoreMaxwell Design
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